AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSeychelles Tourism: The Government of Seychelles has reinstated the Seychelles Tourism Board and appointed Vesna Rakić as CEO (effective 15 May 2026), aiming to strengthen governance and destination marketing after five years under a centralized framework. Environment & Culture: Eden Project has relaunched its partnership with the Seychelles Environment Ministry, bringing back Impatiens “Ray of Hope” for sale from 8 June, with proceeds supporting conservation of Seychelles’ endangered endemic plants. Local Sports & Youth: Anse Boileau Secondary School inaugurated a new outdoor gymnasium, made possible by the success of the school’s girls’ football team in the African Schools Football Championship. International Faith & Heritage: A global roundup spotlights Catholic churches with strikingly colorful facades, from Venice to beyond—an easy cultural read for architecture lovers. Climate Adaptation: A report on “cool roofs” highlights how reflective roof paint can help households sleep better and stay cooler during heatwaves, with data from homes across Africa. Diplomacy: Pope Leo XIV praised the UK–Mauritius deal to return the Chagos Islands, calling it a long-overdue justice step for Chagossians. Regional Security: Seychelles took part in India’s PRAGATI 2026 multilateral military exercise in Meghalaya, focused on counter-terrorism and interoperability. Travel Policy: Sri Lanka introduced fee-free 30-day tourist visas for citizens of 40 countries (with an online ETA still required), including Seychelles’ regional links.
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